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Lifelong Learning

I know what you are thinking; yet another story on the lifelong learning one acquires in colleges. I will just be reiterating the stuff you have heard a hundred times; how college creates everlasting friendships, refines communication skills, promotes self-discovery, blah-blah-blah.

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10 Dorm Must Haves Under $30

Excitement and stress are kicking in for both you and your child while dorm shopping! After living in dorm rooms for many years, I have compiled the top ten must-haves of dorm life. The essentials go without saying (sheets, pillows, etc.). This post contains all the things you may not have considered when writing up your shopping checklist. Bonus: did I mention everything on this list is under $30?! Keep your student happy and your wallet happier.

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Think Before Graduate School

Are you looking to attend graduate school? Undoubtedly, a graduate degree holds many benefits. The Bureau of Labor Statistics states that workers with an advanced degree can earn on average of $315 a week more than their counterparts without the degree. That’s good money. Moreover, a graduate degree can open more doors and provide more career options. With that in mind, thousands of students eagerly pursue graduate admissions every year. It seems like a smart thing to do.

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Ten Ways Parents of College Students Can Use the College Website

When your son or daughter was in the midst of the search process for college, chances are that he or she (and possibly you) spent countless hours poring over college websites. College websites have become an extremely important admissions tool. Many students who visit colleges say that they were drawn to a particular college because of its website. Admissions professionals work hard to make their sites not only informative, but also appealing and representative of the institution.

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What’s the Purpose of College?

What is the purpose of college? Why interrupt your youthful, carefree lifestyle to go to a distant city and be in a place with people you don’t know, food you have never eaten before, and “teachers” who give you insights on things you don’t really care about?

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How to Get Hired

College is a great place to meet new friends, have meaningful shared experiences, and learn many new things. A good college class with a good professor will teach you how to think, communicate, and work well with others. These are positive experiences and will give you a strong foundation from which to launch your career. The real question to ask yourself, however, is are you hireable? Are you prepared for the job search process that lies ahead?

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